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Leader Live
3 days ago
- Business
- Leader Live
No place for Rhyl as Red Arrows shares full 2025 shows list
The Royal Air Force (RAF)'s aerobatic display team has been a mainstay at Rhyl Air Show, which is typically held on the Saturday and Sunday of the August bank holiday weekend. But the event has not taken place in Rhyl since 2023, with no confirmation yet as to whether it will go ahead this summer. On the Red Arrows' full list of 2025 performances, it says that the aerobatic team will be at the Roskilde Airshow in Denmark on Sunday, August 24 (the bank holiday weekend). This follows its appearance at the Clacton Airshow and the Sidmouth Regatta show in Devon, both on Friday, August 22. Last month, Rhyl Air Show organisers Denbighshire Leisure Ltd said it hoped to share information regarding this year's event soon. The Red Arrows featured at the 2022 and 2023 Rhyl Air Shows, but did not attend the 2019 event – the last prior to the COVID-19 pandemic - as it clashed with a tour of North America. The Red Arrows at Rhyl Air Show in August 2023 (Image: Amy Owen) When it was confirmed in February 2024 that Rhyl Air Show would not go ahead that summer, Jamie Groves, Denbighshire Leisure's managing director, said: 'The Red Arrows have been an integral part of the air show programme over many years, usually providing a spectacular finale to the shows. 'Unfortunately, we have been informed that they will be away on an international tour over the summer, and unavailable for UK displays. Read more 'With the programme already subject to scrutiny over recent years, we believe the Red Arrows to be irreplaceable, and that their loss would inevitably lead to criticism of the Air Show. "We have concluded that it would be impossible for Denbighshire Leisure to deliver a show in keeping with the proud tradition of the Rhyl Air Show, which also meets public expectations, but we will come back in 2025 stronger.' As well as the Red Arrows, the 2023 Rhyl Air Show also featured performances from the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Strikemaster Pair, Calidus Autogyro, and more.
Rhyl Journal
3 days ago
- Rhyl Journal
No place for Rhyl as Red Arrows shares full 2025 shows list
The Royal Air Force (RAF)'s aerobatic display team has been a mainstay at Rhyl Air Show, which is typically held on the Saturday and Sunday of the August bank holiday weekend. But the event has not taken place in Rhyl since 2023, with no confirmation yet as to whether it will go ahead this summer. On the Red Arrows' full list of 2025 performances, it says that the aerobatic team will be at the Roskilde Airshow in Denmark on Sunday, August 24 (the bank holiday weekend). This follows its appearance at the Clacton Airshow and the Sidmouth Regatta show in Devon, both on Friday, August 22. When contacted by the Journal on May 21, Rhyl Air Show organisers Denbighshire Leisure Ltd said it hoped to share information regarding this year's event soon. The Red Arrows featured at the 2022 and 2023 Rhyl Air Shows, but did not attend the 2019 event – the last prior to the COVID-19 pandemic - as it clashed with a tour of North America. The Red Arrows at Rhyl Air Show in August 2023 (Image: Amy Owen) When it was confirmed in February 2024 that Rhyl Air Show would not go ahead that summer, Jamie Groves, Denbighshire Leisure's managing director, said: 'The Red Arrows have been an integral part of the air show programme over many years, usually providing a spectacular finale to the shows. 'Unfortunately, we have been informed that they will be away on an international tour over the summer, and unavailable for UK displays. 'With the programme already subject to scrutiny over recent years, we believe the Red Arrows to be irreplaceable, and that their loss would inevitably lead to criticism of the Air Show. "We have concluded that it would be impossible for Denbighshire Leisure to deliver a show in keeping with the proud tradition of the Rhyl Air Show, which also meets public expectations, but we will come back in 2025 stronger.' As well as the Red Arrows, the 2023 Rhyl Air Show also featured performances from the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Strikemaster Pair, Calidus Autogyro, and more.
Rhyl Journal
6 days ago
- Health
- Rhyl Journal
New exercise technology brand set to launch in Rhyl
Assist Fit, a power-assisted exercise technology brand, will be available at Club Rhyl from June 2. The new equipment is part of a £1 million upgrade of the club by Denbighshire Leisure Limited (DLL). The technology is designed to provide a low-impact, full-body workout, and is aimed at older adults, those with long-term conditions, and people who are not ready for a traditional gym environment. The new Assist Fit suite will include nine pieces of equipment, each with various workout settings. This will allow users to work at their own pace. Two new categories of membership have been created for customers, which will include a programme of supervised and unsupervised sessions, led by the DLL team. Jamie Groves, DLL managing director, said: "We are delighted to be partnering with Innerva in delivering this innovative new exercise solution for our members. "DLL has always been committed to bringing leisure offers to its members, which are aimed at helping improve fitness, health, and mental wellbeing within our communities. "Assist Fit, is designed to focus on customers with specific fitness needs, and for whom our gym environment is not currently suitable. "We are excited to be launching this fabulous new fitness offer, and would encourage everyone to keep an eye on our social media channels for the latest news about the launch." Liz Wright, national sales manager at Innerva, said: "It's been a pleasure working with the DLL team and so inspiring to see the inclusive and diverse activity offer they've created at Club Rhyl. "We're particularly excited to see how Innerva's solution will support DLL in engaging older adults and people living with long-term health conditions. "It's also a great opportunity to reach those who are currently less active by offering a safe, supportive and accessible space where they can build their confidence and potentially progress to further activities in the future. "Our research with Manchester Metropolitan University shows that older people are keen to be active if they have access to the right facilities and support. "This is exactly what Club Rhyl aims to provide with Assist Fit." Throughout June, DLL will be offering free taster sessions for anyone interested in trying Assist Fit, giving customers the chance to be among the first to experience this innovative new fitness offering. For more information, visit the DLL website or contact the site on 01824 712661 to book a session.
North Wales Chronicle
21-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Chronicle
Anglesey ice cream company Red Boat to serve Denbighshire
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) has announced a new partnership with Anglesey-based artisan ice cream company Red Boat. The partnership will see Red Boat's ice cream served at DLL's attractions this summer. Red Boat offers a range of gelato products with flavours including Rocky Road, Salted Caramel, and Strawberries & Cream. The ice cream will be available at DLL's attractions, including SC2 Rhyl, Nova Prestatyn, Beach Hut Nova, 1891 Restaurant and Bar, and the Shack. Jamie Groves, managing director of DLL, said: "DLL is delighted to be working with yet another North Wales-based company, and we can't wait to bring the taste of Red Boat to our customers. "Like DLL, Red Boat only use the very best ingredients and are passionate about what they do, resulting in the highest quality experience for DLL customers." Red Boat's range also caters for dietary requirements. Tony Green, founder of Red Boat, said: "My team and I are a very creative group of ex-chefs and enjoy working with others in the hospitality sector in creating delicious handmade gelato flavours for restaurants and visitor attractions. "I personally trained in the Carpigiani Gelato University, Bologna, Italy, working with and being inspired by some of the finest gelato chefs in the world. "It is the above passion and creativity that Red Boat will bring to our exciting new working relationship with DLL and its stable of fantastic visitor attractions, in delivering a fantastic gelato taste experience for their visitors, which will complement the great time they have had with DLL." For more information, visit
Rhyl Journal
21-05-2025
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Anglesey ice cream company Red Boat to serve Denbighshire
Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) has announced a new partnership with Anglesey-based artisan ice cream company Red Boat. The partnership will see Red Boat's ice cream served at DLL's attractions this summer. Red Boat offers a range of gelato products with flavours including Rocky Road, Salted Caramel, and Strawberries & Cream. The ice cream will be available at DLL's attractions, including SC2 Rhyl, Nova Prestatyn, Beach Hut Nova, 1891 Restaurant and Bar, and the Shack. Jamie Groves, managing director of DLL, said: "DLL is delighted to be working with yet another North Wales-based company, and we can't wait to bring the taste of Red Boat to our customers. "Like DLL, Red Boat only use the very best ingredients and are passionate about what they do, resulting in the highest quality experience for DLL customers." Red Boat's range also caters for dietary requirements. Tony Green, founder of Red Boat, said: "My team and I are a very creative group of ex-chefs and enjoy working with others in the hospitality sector in creating delicious handmade gelato flavours for restaurants and visitor attractions. "I personally trained in the Carpigiani Gelato University, Bologna, Italy, working with and being inspired by some of the finest gelato chefs in the world. "It is the above passion and creativity that Red Boat will bring to our exciting new working relationship with DLL and its stable of fantastic visitor attractions, in delivering a fantastic gelato taste experience for their visitors, which will complement the great time they have had with DLL." For more information, visit
